Computer Scientist - Jr.

Bluehawk, LLC; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluehawk, LLC in Pearl City, Hawaii seeks a Computer Scientist to provide advanced technical expertise in software design and development to enhance intelligence operations. This role involves collaborating with military and analytical teams to produce innovative technical solutions that meet mission requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience in various programming languages, understanding of cybersecurity, and a strong background in modern software development methodologies. Bluehawk, LLC is committed to equal opportunity for all candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in software development or technical engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL database systems.
• Familiarity with cloud computing architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement innovative technical solutions.
• Optimize automated workflows and data processing pipelines.
• Conduct software and system assessments.

Skills

Proficiency in multiple programming languages

Experience with modern software development methodologies

Understanding of cybersecurity principles

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience with version control systems

Tools

Python

Java

C++

Job description

Overview

The Computer Scientist provides advanced technical expertise to design, develop, and sustain software, tools, and analytical capabilities that enhance intelligence operations across the Joint Intelligence Operations Center (JIOC). This role applies cutting-edge computer science principles to build secure, scalable, and mission-focused solutions that process, analyze, and visualize large volumes of multi-source intelligence data. The Computer Scientist supports modernization, automation, and advanced analytics initiatives that strengthen operational effectiveness and situational awareness for decision makers.

This position requires deep technical proficiency, practical experience delivering enterprise-grade software, and the ability to work in a highly collaborative, mission-driven environment alongside analysts, engineers, military personnel, and interagency partners.

Responsibilities

• Apply computer science disciplines, including software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full-stack development, DevSecOps, and database management.
• Design, develop, test, and implement innovative technical solutions that meet JIOC mission requirements and close intelligence capability gaps.
• Develop and optimize automated workflows, data processing pipelines, visualization tools, and analytic applications that support intelligence production.
• Research, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and processes to enhance analytic efficiency and operational impact.
• Integrate new technologies into existing JIOC architectures while ensuring interoperability, security, and performance.
• Implement and configure open-source, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) technologies.
• Conduct software and system assessments to evaluate performance, suitability, scalability, and cyber readiness.
• Produce technical documentation, support code reviews, and provide subject-matter expertise during development and modernization efforts.
• Collaborate with military, government, and contractor personnel to identify technical requirements and resolve system deficiencies.
• Recommend process improvements based on emerging tools, best practices, and operational feedback.
• Participate in planning conferences, exercises, system capability development sessions, intelligence working groups, and technical exchange meetings with mission partners.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Python, Java, C++, or similar).
• Experience with modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD).
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
• Hands-on experience with relational and/or NoSQL database systems.
• Familiarity with cloud computing architectures and containerized environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in software development, computer science, or technical engineering roles.

Bluehawk, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity